QC Manager

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

We are actively looking for a driven QC Manager to lead our microbiology team in Verviers.

In this role you will provide supervision of the Quality control (QC) site support group in order to ensure the release of finished products and raw materials on time, ensure the training of technicians, the maintenance of equipment and the monitoring of quality systems according to Lonza quality standards.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture

• An inclusive and ethical workplace

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance

• A variety of benefits depending on role and location

• Company car

• The full list of our global benefits can be found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do:

• Management of the organization of the QC department.
• Supervision of the performance of analytical procedures.
• Management of the training program of the QC department.
• Management of data recording and trend analyzes.
• Supervision of the QC release before the quality assurance department.
• Supervision of the validation of analytical QC methods including validation protocols and study reports
• Supervision of the out-of-specification results procedure
• Implementation of corrective actions (CAPA) intended for the QC department.
• Management of the change controls, preventive maintenance and calibration non-conformance reports
• Monitoring subcontracting laboratories
• Maintaining and monitoring of metrics.
• Mentoring and development of knowledge base of staff, project managers and other key stakeholders within the site.
• Development and implementation of departmental procedures, write and revise SOP
• Monitoring of assigned cost center budgets

What we are looking for:

• Master in chemistry, biology or micro biology or pharmacy or related field.
• Laboratory experience and knowledge of QC methodologies (chemistry and microbiology). Asset if knowledge in Sterility Testing, GPT Testing, Mycoplasma Testing, Microbiological identification, Environmental Monitoring, Bioburden testing, Endotoxin testing, cleaning validation and growth promotion
• Additional QA Experience would be beneficial
• Leadership / Management experience
• GMP and ISO knowledge
• Demonstrated experience in management of complex tasks and projects
• Knowledge of SAP and TrackWise system is an asset
• Able to identify and respond to complex problems, interpret complex data, and draw valid conclusions
• Fluent in English and French

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Inclusion is one of Lonza’s four core values, alongside integrity, innovation, and initiative. We understand the value of our differences and the benefits they bring to our company, community, and culture. We also recognize the value of every person’s contribution, regardless of characteristics, preferences, and beliefs – including race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religion.